Textiles consist of all clothing and shoes for adults, children and babies, including personal items such as bathing suits, bathrobes and undergarments. Also included are many accessories such as, purses, belts, jewellery and hats. Household items such as bedding, towels, curtains, pillows and sleeping bags are also considered textiles.

All textiles can be donated, even items that are worn, torn or stained. Items must be clean, dry and free of any medical or hazardous liquid such as grease/oil, blood and vomit. Even single holey socks and shoes should be donated.

Yes, items made from synthetic and man-made fibres can be donated. If the fabrics are not suitable to be re-worn, they will be recycled into other products, such as carpet padding or upholstery stuffing.

You can donate All of your textiles. Although a single shoe and undergarments may not be suitable for resale at thrift stores, it will be recycled and repurposed into other products. For example, even a single sock with holes in it can have a second life as pillow stuffing or home insulation.